Our whole purpose in life, the sole reason why mankind was created, is to worship Allah. Allah says in the Quran, “I did not create jinn and humans except to worship Me” (Quran 51:56). Therefore, no matter what someone does or has in his or her life, the most important aspect in this worldly life … Read more
There are many different sects in Islam, and this goes clearly against Islamic teachings. Allah says in the Quran, “And hold firmly to the rope of Allah and do not be divided. Remember Allah’s favor upon you when you were enemies, then He united your hearts, so you—by His grace—became brothers” (Quran 3:103). However, this raises … Read more
The ahadith are the numerous collections recorded that narrate the sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad PBUH and his companions. Having ahadith is vital in Islam because everyone may have their own way of interpreting the Quran; many people will go to extremes and take verses out of context when interpreting the Quran. Therefore, … Read more
The Quran is the direct, literal word of God, and it was revealed to Prophet Muhammad PBUH through the Angel Gabriel. But how was the Quran written down if Prophet Muhammad PBUH was illiterate? Muslims believe that Angel Gabriel recited the Quran to Prophet Muhammad PBUH, and the Prophet Muhammad PBUH recited the Quran to … Read more
Muslims believe Mary is the mother of Jesus Christ. Muslims believe that she is one of the best, if not the best, woman to ever walk the face of this earth. In fact, Allah named a full chapter of the Quran after her, which is Chapter 19, the Chapter of Mary. Muslims also believe that … Read more
From a linguistic perspective, the word Islam means submission, referring to the submission to God. Therefore, a Muslim is one who submits their will to God. Therefore, Muslims believe that all the Prophets, Messengers, and righteous people that lived and died were Muslims because they submitted their will to God and believed in Him. Even … Read more
Muslims do not believe in the concept of original sin. Muslims don’t believe that a baby who has never done anything bad in their life is born with sins. And even if a baby/kid did do something bad, it wouldn’t count as a sin since they haven’t reached an age of maturity yet. Muslims believe … Read more
Long story short, Shariah is Islam in its complete totality. People think that shariah only means capital punishments. Rather, smiling in the face of your Muslim brother is part of the shariah. Being good towards your neighbor is part of the shariah. Feeding the poor is part of the shariah. Obeying your parents and being … Read more
Men and women are completely equal in Islam; no one has superiority over the other except through righteousness. Allah says in the Quran, “O humanity! Be mindful of your Lord Who created you from a single soul, and from it He created its mate, and through both He spread countless men and women. And be mindful … Read more
Being a vegan or a vegetarian is completely okay in Islam, but the problem comes if one thinks that eating animal products is immoral or haram. Allah says in the Quran, “O believers! Do not forbid the good things which Allah has made lawful for you, and do not transgress. Indeed, Allah does not like … Read more